The same could be said for chains, especially a 1/8 fixxie chain.

On a bike with a fat chain and caliper brake, I'd put my money on the cable
failing before the chain does. They last a very long time.

-Erik

> No. Brake cables seldom break, and if a bike is properly maintained,
> it is even more unlikely.
>
> ----Original Message----
>
> Don't brake cables break?
>
> Seriously, aren't the risks similar?
>
> Nikos